Operating System Setup; Installing Windows ® 8 / 8 64-Bit / 7 / 7 64-Bit; Vista Tm / Vista Tm 64-Bit / Xp / Xp 64-Bit Without Raid - ASROCK IMB-A160-H User Manual

2.8 Operating System Setup

This motherboard supports various Microsoft
tems: 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / Vista
Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup
procedures in this chapter for general reference only. Refer your OS docu-
mentation for more information.
2.8.1 Installing Windows
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Vista 64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit without RAID
Using AHCI Mode
AHCI mode is not supported under Windows
STEP 1: Set Up UEFI.
Press <F2> or <Delete> at system POST. Set AHCI Mode in UEFI Setup
Utility > Advanced > Storage Configuration > SATA Mode.
STEP 2: Install Windows
bit on your system.
Using IDE Mode
STEP 1: Set Up UEFI.
Press <F2> or <Delete> at system POST. Set IDE Mode in UEFI Setup
Utility > Advanced > Storage Configuration > SATA Mode.
STEP 2: Install Windows
bit / XP / XP 64-bit on your system.
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